The Harlem Flophouse

About this hotel

Situated in Harlem, this charming hotel for $199 per night is a fantastic choice for your next trip. Located in New York and within 1.4 km of Columbia University, The Harlem Flophouse features a shared lounge, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property. The property is around 4.2 km from Yankee Stadium, 4.

Amenities

Air conditioner

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Garden

Map of Harlem, NY

Nearby attractions

Empire State Building

4.51 miles

The Harlem Flophouse

4.4

Excellent(117 Reviews)

Hotel in Harlem, NY

Reasons to book

Includes essentialsGarden, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more

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About this hotel

Amenities

Air conditioner

Internet / Wifi

Parking

Garden

Map of Harlem, NY

Nearby attractions

Empire State Building

4.51 miles

Reviews

4.4/5.0

Excellent(117 Reviews)

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8.0

Jan 2024

Parfaitement en phase avec mes attentes.

Ce logement permet d'être au cœur de Harlem, dans un cadre chaleureux et authentique. L'ambiance jazzy et le coté hors du temps vous transportent.

Les chambres sont de bonnes tailles, mais mériteraient d'avoir un lit en 160, ainsi qu'une table de nuit supplémentaire.

10.0

Nov 2023

Mega Stadt mit vielen Facetten und super Unterkunft um auch ein wenig echtes Leben zu sehen.

Das Flophouse ist sehr urig in Harlem gelegen und ist ein typisches Wohnhaus. So wird es auch geführt. Man fühlt sich wie als Gast in einer familiären Umgebung. Es gibt nur 4 Zimmer auf zwei Etagen mit jeweils einem Badezimmer. Alles sehr gemütlich und erstaunlich ruhig. Man fühlt sich sofort wohl. René, der Besitzer, wohnt mit im Haus und kümmert sich herzlich um seine Gäste. Die Lage ist für diesen unschlagbaren Preis exzellent! Subway und Buslinien super erreichbar, mit ein paar Schritten mehr kommt man problemlos zum Central Park! Alles in allem sehr zu empfehlen um den Trubel der riesigen Stadt für die Nacht zu entfliehen!

Da gibt es Nichts zu sagen.

10.0

Jul 2023

Harlem Flophouse is a unique, comfortable, clean and safe stay for travellers.

We stayed in Harlem Flophouse for 3 nights (following a previous slightly longer stay). We got the same room (Thelonius Monk). Check in was super easy and our host was super responsive and informative. When we first booked, he told us about construction next door which was no problem at all during our stay since they only work on the neighbouring property during the day when you should be out and about anyway. The room was super clean and likewise the bathrooms. Honestly, if people claim otherwise, they must have brought their own bugs with them. Harlem Flophouse is so authentic: Think dark wood bannisters, the smell of wood polish, quirky and intriguing decor; "Thank you" notes forgotten in the desk in our room. There's something so unique about this place - it's like living in album artwork for a while. I stayed here with a child and we never felt unsafe either in Harlem Flophouse or the surrounding neighbourhood and I can contrast this with the experience of a friend who stayed in a modern hotel near Times Square at the same time. It was sweltering hot in New York, but the room has ample windows, bug screens, a strong fan - who needs aircon? Express subway (e.g. A-line) and busses (M3 etc.) that travel along central park are so nearby and makes The Big Apple your Oyster so to speak. The local amenities are also so much better than tourist hotspots: Lincoln Market (open until late) has everything you could possibly need grocery wise (Going to write them a review too!), with the friendliest staff; there's even a nearby Lidl if you're on a budget and some really amazing restaurants. I teased the host that I did not want to share this place with too many other people by writing a good review, but I just could not keep this with myself. I really won't be staying anywhere else when I next visit New York. This place is honestly a gem and should have a cult following, especially at the price.

There was nothing I did not like. My initial longing for things like a nespresso maker or kettle in the room soon vanished with all the great coffee in easy reach in the neighbourhood (I'd recommend coffee and pastries from Lincoln Market) if you're in need of a quick breakfast. This place does not pretend to be anything it is not and the descriptions etc. are accurate. Go ahead and get legionnaire's disease in some air-conditioned hell-hole if you like. This place was just perfect as it is. Thank God it doesn't have all the nonsense offered by chain hotels which lack such authenticity. It's like staying in a friend's home. It's the place for you if you're a traveller and not a tourist; a mensch and not a schmuck.

7.0

Jun 2023

Fun for a short stay

Good for ambiance and location to subways. RIDICULOUS amount of space.

Scaremongering warning language when the door locks perfectly fine.

9.0

Jun 2023

A really lovely place to stay

Beautiful interior, very clean, and clear communication with our host.

10.0

May 2023

Great place with an exceptional host for low maintenance folks!

The host was exceptional.

Amenities are lacking, but for the price still an exceptional value.

9.0

May 2023

Inspirational

The lovingly restored early 20th century vibe was a unique experience. The rooms were huge. Saw a great acoustic jazz performance. Super helpful host. Express subway means only 10 minutes to midtown. Good food in the neighborhood.

The antique shower took some skill to operate. But I dig that kind of stuff. The wifi was all 21st century though.

5.0

Dec 2022

Passable

price.

cold room

6.0

Dec 2022

Pleasant

Nice, authentic house, with large rooms, in a rather quiet area

My room was not very dark at night, and there is no comfortable place to sit and work in the room. Bathroom is shared - no problem (and this is clearly described in the information) but unfortunately this bathroom has only a bath and no shower

10.0

Dec 2022

I felt I was home! the flop house is a special place! highly recommended ❤️❤️

We had an amazing stay. The property was super clean. It had everything! Perfect for couples . Full of cute touches, loved and photographed every corner. loved the detailing and the art pieces. it’s a house from the movies! Rene is the super host, he helped us finding good cafes around! this house made my stay in nyc special! if you are booking Harlem flop house, I suggest you take some Victorian costume for a photoshoot you wouldn’t wana miss that :D

just an electric kettle could be a good addition, I wanted to have coffee or tea sometimes in the room.

8.0

Nov 2022

something special

in the entrance area and in my room the radio was playing subtle jazz music; the owner gave a blues concert on one of the nights in the reception area which I enjoyed

10.0

Oct 2022

We stayed for a week and could happily stay for another week!

The Harlem Flophouse is like staying in a magical museum. It was fantastic! The best part was sitting in the clawfoot bath at the end of a long day walking around New York, soaking and relaxing in the super cute bathroom. We loved staying here and will definitely come again!

8.0

Sep 2022

Very good

The Harlem Flophouse is really charming, and very well decorated, and it is also very well located within Harlem!

The room was quite loud as it overlooked a really busy street.

10.0

Sep 2022

It is very 19th century America. I like it！

These room are very beautiful！

9.0

Sep 2022

Great vibe in an authentic Harlem home.

very authentic atmosphere, beautiful room, friendly host and easy access to various metro lines out of which an express line to Manhattan.

Everything was according to the expectations.

9.0

Sep 2022

This ho tell is a very good choise for money

A very good communication from ownerside. Authentic room design.

7.0

Sep 2022

The host was very helpful and home was really atmospheric. Beautiful home.

The home was charming as well as rooms.

Our bed could have been more comfortable.

9.0

Sep 2022

Stylish and atmospheric accommodation filled with character. Great for a memorable stay.

Stylish and atmospheric accommodation filled with character. Good value for those travelling on a mid range budget but looking to stay somewhere memorable. Lived up to the photos with large rooms. Lots to do in the neighbourhood. The facilities were good, with wifi and no tv.

It's not for everyone as the building is quite old with squeaking floorboards and old furniture. On the more basic side of NYC hotels.

10.0

Sep 2022

Exceptional

A beautiful room in a beautiful house. Everything was exactly as described, and the room and bathroom were clean, comfortable and surprisingly cool on a hot summer's night. The host was friendly and welcoming and there is plenty to discover in the neighbourhood.

10.0

Sep 2022

Exceptional

This was the perfect mix of charming character at the right budget price with a great location for subway transit travel. Loved the attention to details and how quiet and chill the place was.

There was no AC which was really a first workd problem that was fine with window fans etc

8.0

Aug 2022

a beautiful place with a great host

I loved all of the beautiful antiques and small touches with

I was a bit further from things on my itinerary

9.0

Aug 2022

charming, nice and individual!

very charming, nostalgic, well-maintained brownstone. very simple chrck-in and check-out. a lovely experience.

there is no a/c, which was a little tough in the midst of a serious heat wave - but there are plenty of fans and in normal weather it wouldn‘t be a problem.

9.0

Jun 2022

not a hotel, something totally different and unique

this is a slice of history, every where you look around is something interesting. I’ve stayed in lots of different places, this one will stay with me as something totally different

it was really hot the nights we had booked, as advertised, this accommodation does not have air con.

10.0

Jun 2022

Exceptional

The Flophouse is a very charming and authentic brownstone. The location is great, the room was very nice, the owner very friendly. We really enjoyed our stay there and definitely recommend it !!

10.0

May 2022

Great value, a ton of character

Sweet vibe, clean, comfortable, convenient location and Rene makes sure you are taken care of. The shared bathrooms (between two rooms) are very clean and fit with the overall feel.

Nothing

10.0

May 2022

atypical nyc stay! an oasis of calm in a very convenient part of Harlem.

everything in the house has character. it is like a home with a historical feel more than a hotel. the location is great. very quiet but near everything.

nothing

10.0

May 2022

large room. very clean bathroom. comfortable bed!

So charming. Old school New York

n/a

9.0

May 2022

A cosy place full of character

close to the subway, comfortable

10.0

Dec 2021

Absolutely charming!

This place oozes charm. It must be one of the most characterful places that you could hope to stay in in NYC. With just four rooms, it feels very cozy. The location is great: away from the rush of downtown, but with downtown still within easy reach barely 10 minutes away by subway; Harlem, Morningside Heights, the north end of Central Park all within walking distance. The owner Rene, who lives on the garden-level, is very friendly and helpful, and the price extremely reasonable. We would certainly stay there again.

There are a few things to mention, not as criticism, but as factors that may influence certain travelers' decisions about whether to choose this place or not. All of these things are obvious when booking. First, the toilet/bathroom is shared with the other room on the same floor. We never experienced this as a problem. Second, there is no on-site catering, so you need to find hot drinks and breakfast elsewhere. There are suggested addresses provided, and Harlem is full of great places to go, so again not a problem. And third, there is no TV in the room - but why would you want one anyway, when you have NYC to explore?

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Harlem?

The average price for a rental in Harlem is $226 per night. This rental is $27 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this hotel?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Harlem Flophouse. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this hotel?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hotel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is The Harlem Flophouse pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at The Harlem Flophouse?

We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, internet / wifi, parking, tv, and garden.

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4.5

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The Harlem Flophouse

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Harlem, NY

Nearby attractions

The Harlem Flophouse

Hotel in Harlem, NY

Reasons to book

About this hotel

Amenities

Map of Harlem, NY

Nearby attractions

Reviews

FAQs

How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Harlem?

Is parking included with this hotel?

Is there a pool at this hotel?

Is The Harlem Flophouse pet friendly?

What amenities are available at The Harlem Flophouse?

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